HC Deb 25 January 1968 vol 757 c170W
Dr. Bennett

asked the President of the Board of Trade whether, in view of the mishap to the oil rig "Sea Quest" by reason of the parting of her mooring gear, he is satisfied with the operation of the Anchors and Chain Cables Act, 1967; and if he will make a statement.

Mr. J. P. W. Mallalieu

Yes. Safety of drilling rigs is a matter for my right hon. Friend the Minister of Power who is looking into the circumstances of the mishap to "Sea Quest".

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